Kingsclere Church of England Primary School
Newbury, RG20 5RE · Hampshire · primary school
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138th of 300 primary schools in Hampshire we can score, 420 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 5.3/10 against 3,954 of them, against 5.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 64.0 · 49 | 40% | 1.97 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kingsclere Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, matching the national median of 64%. A higher 9.0% achieved the higher standard, compared to the national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join tennis, karate, dance, football, netball, science, STEM, and samba band clubs. Music and arts options include choir, calligraphy, French, Italian, flute, drum kit, and electric and bass guitar. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 202 pupils against a stated capacity of 266. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining the after-school club? How does the curriculum integrate the STEM club activities into daily lessons?
What Ofsted said about Kingsclere Church of England Primary School
Overview
The inspection confirms that Kingsclere Church of England Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” Pupils “flourish in this welcoming and supportive school,” demonstrating “very positive behaviour” and a “strong sense of belonging.” The report highlights a “broad and ambitious” curriculum that effectively celebrates the locality and prepares pupils to be “active citizens.”
Strengths
- Pupils “learn and achieve well,” including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), who receive “thoughtful and successful” tailored support.
- Staff employ a “highly effective approach” to phonics, and pupils “enjoy reading,” particularly with the school’s therapy dog.
- The curriculum is “broad and ambitious,” enriched by “stimulating experiences” such as residential trips and visits to places like the Didcot Railway Centre.
- Pupils build “strong, positive relationships” with staff and peers, showing “great consideration for others” and taking pride in leadership roles.
- Governors are “aligned with the school’s vision for continuous improvement,” and parents have “great trust in the school.”
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects within the wider curriculum, the school must review its assessment approach to better identify and close gaps in pupils’ knowledge.
- Staff require support to select tasks that effectively help pupils develop the “depth of subject-specific knowledge and skills” intended by the curriculum.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 64% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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